Orthopedic Technician

* Understands and integrates into the delivery of patient care the needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients in regards to their growth and development progress.
* Applies and assists in the application and removal of body casts.
* Performs dressing changes, removal of sutures, staples, Steinman pins and K-Wires using proper aseptic technique.
* Order supplies and equipment from storeroom and outside vendors.  Keep the supplies and equipment in an organized fashion and maintains appropriate back up of supplies according to Division’s needs.
* Maintains an accurate inventory and appropriate par levels of clinic supplies and equipment.
* Processes special orthopaedic apparatus orders for patients from all units from outside vendors.
* To review and make recommendations to the clinical director regarding new products.  To introduce and evaluate new products in accordance with Hospital policy.  To process and add all new equipment to inventory following Hospital standards.
* Coordinate repair and preventive maintenance of all equipment.
* Aids in ensuring a safe environment reflecting quality control standards.
* Completes inpatient and outpatient Cast Room charge entry on a daily basis.
* Assists in the retrieval and delivery of medications and pharmaceutical products that are dispensed from the Pharmacy to the appropriate patient care provider/s in a timely manner.
* Documents changes to the plan whether that be in the Electronic Medical Record or in the paper chart.
* Trains residents and students under the direction of the orthopaedic surgeons, in the application and   removal of casts and splints.
* Assists with clinic procedures as requested by the orthopaedic surgeon
* Prepares and sets up and dismantles specific types of traction as requested by the orthopaedic surgeon.  Stocks traction equipment in ER and on the unit.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
* A high school education is required.  Two years of college or technical school preferred.
* Certification by the National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists preferred.
* Basic Life Support Certification required.
* A minimum of two years of experience in a hospital splint or cast room or in an Orthopedic Physician’s office is preferred.

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.

For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following  to learn more about our benefits.
* Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
* Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
* Tuition assistance
* Student loan servicing and support
* Adoption benefits
* Backup Childcare and Eldercare
* Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
* Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
* Discount purchasing program

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design.
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